In 2016, Mary and Brian were married on a sunny day in the shade of the Jefferson Memorial (link) in downtown DC. This year they welcomed a beautiful baby girl - Lily! Lily rocked her newborn session, she was all affection and on very special moments, showed us her *adorable* smile with dimples. Congratulations, Mary and Brian! It was an honor to meet your little girl.
First Birthday Family Portrait Session in DC!
Couples who continually come back to me for portraits make me just the happiest - they’ve adored my work and artistry, and there’s nothing more rewarding as a photographer than hearing that. John proposed to Marie a couple years ago atop the Charlie Palmer Steakhouse overlooking the Capitol Building, and last year for the cherry blossoms we held an absolutely gorgeous, perfect sunrise maternity session.
Check out their epic proposal shots here,
and
their beautiful cherry blossom sunrise maternity portraits!
Happy First Birthday, Little Girl! A summer 1st birthday portrait session
Little Olivia has grown into a beautiful one year old! I got to see her when she was just a tiny newborn, and I’m honored her parents asked me to take her first birthday portraits as well! We spent a beautiful evening at Dumbarton House - they left their gardens open for guests to enjoy while places were closed for the pandemic. It’s become my favorite spot for portraits, or just to spend the afternoon reading a book. The vast grounds make it easy to stay at least 6 feet away, so we are always at a very safe distance while still capturing loving, unposed, family portraits.
Newborn during Social Distancing :: a ray of light comes into the world
With everything that has been going on, it’s been hard to find positivity, let alone envision the future. This beautiful mama was heartbroken there would be no photos of her first child’s first days on earth - until we worked out a wonderful system to keep everyone safe and at a distance, while capturing these precious moments that will never come again. Their cul-de-sac was private and empty. They put out a brand new, sealed, hospital mask for me near their front steps. We spent just 15 minutes, at least 10 feet apart, on their front porch and capture over 40 unforgettable photos. I used my sharp, L-series telephoto zoom lens to get up close and personal from so far away. This little baby’s smile and his parents’ love put a smile on my face and hope in my future.
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Porch Portraits Washington DC
Experience your family portrait sessions in an entirely new way - from the comfort and safety of your own front yard!
In a conscious effort to keep everyone healthy and safe while continuing to deliver the high-quality professional portraits my clients are accustomed to, I've developed an entirely new photography experience: Porch Portraits
How Does It Work?
Your session will be held entirely outdoors on your own front porch so we can practice impeccable social distancing. Throughout your entire session, I'll remain on the sidewalk or across the street depending on the lens and angle we need. I only use Canon's latest professional L series lenses that allow me to take sharp, beautiful portraits at any distance, near or far.
Email me to your session and we'll coordinate your outfits and any props you might want via email prior to your session.
RL (at) RLincoln (dot) com
After your session, your high-res gallery is delivered via email. You'll receive a link and password with instructions to immediately download and share your photos. Your gallery never expires, so you can access your photos anytime. Anyone with the link and password can also view and download the photos, so your loved ones across the country or across the ocean can enjoy them as well!
Leave the Posing To Me!
My style is an unposed photojournalistic approach with a touch of editorial. I always give plenty of direction the entire time so you aren't left wondering what to do. In just 20 minutes we'll get a variety of shots of you and your loved ones, including a classic family portrait, individual portraits, just kids, couples, and more! You'll come away with a beautiful portfolio full of fun-filled candid shots and classic group portraits.
As we continue our lives in a very different way in the coming months, you won't have to miss out on documenting those special moments that make your family unique:
baby's first steps, your oldest's missing front tooth, siblings who have formed a new bond, or simply the love and care you put into your everyday life at home together.
INCLUDES
20 minutes
$205
High res gallery ready-to-share jpeg images, retouched to reflect my portfolio
Appx 25+ photos included
Please note a minimal travel fee may apply to addresses outside of Washington, DC. Email me in advance to coordinate.
JooWon's 1st Birthday!
It’s been just over a year since I last saw Sojung and Inseok for their maternity session…and I had the enormous pleasure of meeting JooWon Jayden!!! I’ve never seen a kid this thrilled to sit on his papa’s shoulders. Happy Birthday JooWon!
Jameson's First Birthday!
It’s been a whole year since I last saw Jameson, a tiny, sleepy baby with the cutest nose ever! Now it’s 1 and living life to the fullest. Happy Birthday, Jameson!
Newborn Photos
Maternity Photos
Skye's First Birthday~
Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you! Happy birthday dear little one, happy birthday to you!
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Skye’s newborn portraits
Natalie’s maternity session
Leeya's First Birthday Cake Smash!
What a pleasure to watch Leeya through her first year of life!
Happy Birthday, little one!
Newborn Portraits ~ 6-month Portraits